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W3Global

Fire Alarm Systems Designer

W3Global, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Fire Alarm Systems Designer The Fire Alarm Systems Designer has specific expertise in the design and CAD layout of fire alarm systems for various facilities in our Texas jurisdictions. Each product is designed and engineered to meet specific customer needs.

CAD Designer Responsibilities

Communicate technical concepts to sales reps, operations team, and customers

Design and layout of Fire Alarm systems in AutoCAD per code requirements

Layout of Access Control systems in AutoCAD per code requirements

Build equipment submittals

Review design plans completed within the department prior to submission to customers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with code and company standards

Other duties as assigned by manager

Requirements To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, skill, and ability required.

Education And Experience

Prefer 2 years' experience with Fire Alarms systems layout per IBC, NFPA 72 & 101

Proficient in AutoCAD 2019 or newer

Prefer 2 years' experience, Access Control, and Fire Alarm systems

EST alarm system experience preferred but not required

Texas Fire Alarm Planning Superintendent (APS) License, or ability to obtain

NICET Level III or IV in Fire Alarm Systems, or ability to obtain

Knowledge of in-building emergency communications systems (e.g., ERCES/BDA/DAS)

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Competency Requirements - Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of required codes

Ability and willingness to engage with local AHJ's to discuss local code requirements

Self-starter without need for oversight

Strong analytical skills

Strong work ethic with a positive attitude

Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities with strict deadlines

Accepts responsibility for design

Ability to analyze, identify, and follow up to resolve discrepancies

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